Splatoon Raiders Crossover DLC Headed to Splatoon 3, But a Rollout Glitch Has Fans Puzzled
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Nintendo announced free Splatoon Raiders crossover DLC for Splatoon 3, but a mismatch in game versions has left the community temporarily confused about when the update actually drops.
Nintendo is bridging the gap between its latest hit and its multiplayer predecessor by bringing free crossover DLC from Splatoon Raiders over to Splatoon 3. According to reporting by Game Rant, the upcoming content drop features the Plastic-Bottle Shot Replica for players who have already completed the single-player campaign of Splatoon Raiders. To claim the weapon once it goes live, players will need to download the forthcoming version 11.
3 update for Splatoon 3 and pick it up directly from the in-game lobby terminal. However, the announcement has sparked immediate confusion across the community. While the official social media posts instructed players to grab the update, Nintendo Support still lists version 11.
2 as the current build, leaving fans staring at a ghost patch and wondering why the prerequisites were announced ahead of schedule. This unexpected crossover offers a nice touch of extra life for Splatoon 3, which officially wrapped its major content roadmap back in 2024 before the development team shifted focus toward the single-player and co-op focused Splatoon Raiders on the Switch 2. While Raiders proved that the IP could thrive outside of traditional multiplayer turf wars, developers have already signaled that they hear the community loud and clear regarding a desire for future competitive experiences.
For now, players are simply waiting for the patch notes to catch up with the marketing so they can actually claim their new gear.
Tags: Nintendo, Splatoon 3, Splatoon Raiders, DLC, Gaming News
Original article: Game Rant